Business Development Officer at Forte Upstream Service Limited

Forte Upstream Service Limited (formerly known as AP Oilfield Services Limited) is a wholly-owned Nigerian company with assets to support a wide range of services in the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry. Our vision is to be the growth, operational and equity partner of choice in the oil sector.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Officer

Location: Lagos

Position Overview

• We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Business Development Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building and maintaining client relationships, and driving revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Prompt renewal of all business licenses to appropriate government agencies.
• Manage key projects with the goal of delivering every project on time, within budget and within the scope.
• Responsible for statutory documentation and regulatory oil & gas license renewals with government agencies (DPR, PPMC, PEF).
• Manage relationships with regulatory and other agencies.
• Maintain a strong ethical relationship between FUSL and relevant institutions/ bodies with a view to ensure the long-term viability of the business.
• Document and manage all government regulations around FUSL operations to ensure compliance.
• Oversee the registration and approval processes for the company in the various states.
• Identify partnership opportunities for FUSL with Local, State and Federal Government.
• Maintain effective corporate relationship with key stakeholders at the Federal, State and Local Government level.
• Carry out research, provide detailed policy analysis, identify regional vulnerabilities, and recommend due mitigation.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in business development or sales, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
• Strong communication and Negotiation skills, Ability to manage client relationships and meet targets Knowledge of the Oil & Gas Sector
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and customer needs.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful business strategies.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2025.